Rated of 5
by Erin
Sure, the book was a little predictable..but getting there was the most fun I've had in a while. The characters are so well developed and loveable and the story is fascinating. I whole-heartedly reccomend this book.
Rated of 5
by --D--
Okay. Is it just me? ? This is the first Irving novel that I have read, and quite frankly. . . I fail to see what all the hoopLa was about. I found this novel to be trite and predictable instead of the treasure trove of complexity that I had hoped--or was told--it to be. All in all, based on this site's five-point scale, I'd rate it a 2.5. (We'll round it to three). There were *definitely* moments of some humor and intrigue, to be sure; but the general simplicity of the novel--in its characterizations, language, plot, etc.--disappointed me. ((shrug)) As this is my first Irving novel, perhaps another work of his might better reflect the reason for the magnitude of this author's following. Then again... this wouldn't be the first time a widely acclaimed, bestselling popular novelist fails to impress me. --D--
Rated of 5
by Spanish teacher
As in on all the other Irving novels he always walks that fine line with his deaths of children. He laid a full table and sent the guests away satisfied (rewiew from wallowa_woman). I would recommend it to his fans and to iniciate those who are new with the author. As a spanish teacher studying english I can't say more. Thank you.
Rated of 5
by Egle
Well, I found this book not so much interesting as another books by Irving, which I have read. For me, the best one is The Son of a Circus, i suppose this book is far better then A Widow for One Year.
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